Chicago Culinary Adventure

[Ms.Huxtable]

In September, Mike and I are going to Chicago for a culinary adventure (and Jazzfest just so happens to be on the same dates we'll be there!)

We're hoping to do everything Rick Bayless, so Frontera Grill, XOCO and Topolobampo (which dictated when our trip would be, I tried to make reservations for August and they didn't have anything available!)

I'm also very interested in The Purple Pig.

Any other recommendations on where to eat or what to explore?

[bradm]

I've heard good things about Art Smith's Table fifty-two.

Aloha,

Brad

[jaybone]

I love Chicago. I've been a few times over the past couple of years.

You have to try a pizza, obviously. They fill you up quick so don't order too much. I've tried a few places and Uno seems to be my fav.

If you want to drop some serious cash, the tasting menu at Alinea looks like a work of art. I haven't tried it, but I've been drooling over their website for years.

I really liked Tavern on Rush and the Firehall.

Rosebud's is pretty famous, but I wasn't overly impressed. There are tons of great steak houses and even more quality Italian places.

One of the better dining experiences I had was at Bin 36. Mainly charcuterie and cheese paired with wine flights. Fun experience that didn't break the bank.

Have fun!

[fluffhead77]

Billy goat tavern.

http://www.billygoattavern.com/home.html

[rubberdinghy]

Oprah?

[Ms.Huxtable]

Jaybone, I was hoping to hear from you. Uno was on my list but it was ify, now it's a definite!

Alinea looks right up my ally. Beautiful photos on the website, and since it's a culinary trip, the price doesn't seem too bad (especially with the help of free flights!)

Dighy, I would only go see Oprah around Christmas when she gives out free stuff.

[Tooly]

springer show?

[phishtaper]

for fun ...

legendary breakfasts at ann sather best known for the perfect cinnimon bun. n. clark location is the wildest and belmont the original. locals take out-of-towners here for bountiful food and the swedish experience.

rock n roll mcD's

house of blues

[jaybone]

House of Blues does a Gospel brunch on Sundays. I wanted to go last time I was in town, but I had to attend a food show for work.

[headymamamyrna]

Try and see oprah !I will have an excuse to watch her that day!

[bouche]

I've heard good things about Art Smith's Table fifty-two.

Aloha,

Brad

I only hear good things about Art Smith.

[Freak By Night]

Today's Ottawa Citizen has an article about the culinary delights of Chicago in the travel section. I don't think the article is on-line - I'll save the paper for you if you don't have it yourself.

[Cosmic ChrisC]

Yep, here is it:

http://www.ottawacitizen.com/life/taste+Chicago/3290400/story.html

Just read it in the paper version and thought of this thread!

[Ms.Huxtable]

Awesome, good looking out guys and gals!

[SolarGarlic]

If you're into beer in a big way try the Hopleaf

Make sure you get an Italian Beef sammy. Not very highbrow but a STAPLE. Just ask for it "dipped" and "hot". Enough said. Try Portillo's, Fontana's (also have other good sammies).

Uno's or Giordano's for the best deep dish.

Try Charlie Trotter's

[bouche]

this thread is making me hungry

[PassedOutGuy]

While this could also go in the beer thread, I highly recommend beers by Goose Island Brewery.

Tasty brews.

[phorbesie]

jibaritos are delicious sandwiches too!! mmm

it's a puerto rican style sandwich with sliced pork and yummy sauce but the bread is made from fried plantains. so tasty

Edited August 3, 2010 by Guest

[ollie]

http://ottawafoodies.com/forum/3067

[fluffhead77]

This place looks awesome!

http://www.oldtownsocial.com/

Duck wings??! HELL YEAH!

[Davey Boy 2.0]

Mac ‘N’ Cheese - Stilton Cheese, Cheddar, & Gruyure, Buttered Breadcrumbs

yum!

[Ms.Huxtable]

Old Town Social sounds AMAZING! I think we'll have to check that out.